Graphing vectors with a calculator or apple computer

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Graphing three-dimensional vectors on calculators and software like Apple Grapher can be challenging due to format and input requirements. Users often struggle to find the correct method to represent x-y-z coordinates effectively. The discussion highlights confusion over whether to graph the vector as a line from the origin to its endpoint. Clarification on input formats for Texas Instruments calculators and Apple Grapher software is sought. Understanding the specific steps for visualizing vectors in a Cartesian coordinate system is essential for successful graphing.
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why is it so difficult to graph a 3 dimensional vector on any bloody calculator? I can't even seem to find the right format to graph a x-y-z vector on my new imac grapher software.

does anybody know how to graph a vector on a cartesian coordinate system using a texas instrument calculator or on the apple grapher software?
 
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do you just mean the line from the origin to the coordinate the vector points to?
 

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